TAYN Ep. 80 - Dana Henry

TAYN Ep. 80 - Dana Henry

From These Are Your Neighbors by Bismarck Human Relations Committee

May 5, 2026 · 32 min

About this episode

Dana Henry shares her journey of lifelong learning, public service, and athletics.

Born and raised by two public educators in Klamath Falls, Oregon—the “City ofSunshine”—Dana Henry’s life has been shaped by lifelong learning, showing up,stepping in, and serving wherever she lands. A driven student and athlete, Dana graduated high school in three years and attendedthe University of Nevada, Reno, becoming the first unrecruited walk-on under CoachDevin Scruggs eventually working her way up to earning a division I scholarship herjunior year. She competed in two NCAA national tournaments, earned All-WACAcademic honors three times, set weight room records, served as a student senator,and was named Outstanding Senior for the university all while balancing leadership,academics, and competition. With degrees spanning massage therapy, HR, accounting, speech pathology, and anMBA in strategic management, her unconventional educational path reflects acommitment to learning and public service. A dedicated public servant, she has heldprofessional roles in education, nonprofits, and government. Currently, with the State ofNorth Dakota Information Technology Department, she fills the role of Staff Accountant,Culture Rise training facilitator, and was elected to serve a 6-year…

People in this episode

Guest: Dana Henry

Topics covered

  • education
  • public service
  • athletics
  • personal development
  • community involvement

Keywords

  • public education
  • volleyball
  • NCAA
  • scholarship
  • community service

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Nevada, Reno, State of North Dakota Information Technology Department, State Personnel Board

Places: Klamath Falls, Oregon, Bismarck

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